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We connect chemists and engineers at the University of Leeds, partnering with industry to deliver innovations in process development for chemical manufacture across pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, fine chemicals and beyond.
Our research has a strong focus on developing digital and automation tools for process development, enabling enhanced speed, efficiency, and sustainability of chemical processes from feedstock to product. We pioneer scalable sustainable manufacturing technologies and processes to reduce environmental impact for a sustainable future.
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iPRD Industrial Showcase brings together researchers and industry leaders
The 2026 iPRD Industrial Showcase, brought together over 100 representatives from more than 20 companies to explore the latest advances in chemical manufacturing.
SwitchDye secures investment to scale sustainable textile dyeing
University of Leeds and iPRD-affiliated spinout SwitchDye has secured a significant minority investment from John Hogg Technical Solutions to accelerate the commercial rollout of its innovative polyester dyeing technology.
iPRD joins national effort to develop sustainable medicines manufacturing
iPRD researchers have secured funding to help develop the next generation of sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing as part of the Sustainable Future Factory, a £13.8 million collaboration led by AstraZeneca UK.